Begin your day with a domestic flight from Cairo to Luxor, the world's greatest open-air museum. On arrival, kick off your tour with the magnificent West Bank, home to the Valley of the Kings We'll have the opportunity to explore three fascinating tombs, each adorned with intricate artwork and rich symbolism. Explore three fascinating tombs of New Kingdom pharaohs, then marvel at the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues that once stood in front of King Amenophis III's mortuary temple.
Post a delightful local lunch, cross to Luxor's East Bank to visit the grand Complex of Karnak Temple, an awe-inspiring site representing over 2,000 years of construction and dedication by various rulers. Walk the Avenue of the Sphinxes, and witness the hypostyle hall, the largest Obelisk, and the sacred lake. End the day with the architectural splendor of the Luxor Temple, an architectural masterpiece that stands as a symbol of ancient Egyptian grandeur.
Optional: Attend the Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temple.
Overnight in Luxor with breakfast and lunch included.